In Chile's arid Norte Grande, only one river in 700 miles of coastline makes it to the sea. Many towns have never experienced rainfall and depend on "Fogcatchers" to collect the morning dew for drinking water.
Laguna Beach is a coastal city in Southern California, set between steep hills and the Pacific Ocean in Orange County. Its shoreline is marked by sandy coves, rocky headlands, sea caves, tide pools, and coastal cliffs, while the surrounding hills contain chaparral and protected open spaces. The city has a compact downtown with galleries, restaurants, shops, and small public spaces close to the water. Unlike much of the more heavily developed Orange County coast, Laguna Beach retains numerous und
The Gili Islands are a group of three small islands off the northwest coast of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara: Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air. Each island has a distinct character, but all are surrounded by clear tropical waters, coral reefs, and sandy beaches. Gili Trawangan is the largest and most developed, Gili Meno is quieter and less populated, while Gili Air combines tourism with a resident island community.
Big Bend Ranch State Park is a vast protected landscape in southwestern Texas, stretching along the Rio Grande beside Big Bend National Park and the Mexican border. The park covers rugged desert, volcanic formations, steep canyons, and broad Chihuahuan Desert plains, with the river forming its southern boundary. Its remote setting and limited development give the area a distinctly wild character.
Tskaltubo is a spa town in western Georgia, located in the Imereti region near Kutaisi. The town is known for its naturally warm mineral waters, which emerge from springs beneath the surrounding limestone landscape. Broad streets, parks, gardens, and early resort architecture reflect Tskaltubo's long association with health tourism.
The Romans arrived in Beziers in 35 BC wher they found a bustling city, which they were quick to colonize. Beziers today is a dynamic city whose oldest houses are laid out in the elliptical pattern revealing the underlying Roman Amphitheatre, which is currently being excavated. The Beziers townspeople are passionate about rugby and the bullfights held in their modern arena.
The best places to visit to Les Neuf Ecluses (Nine Canal Locks) of Fonserances, the Oppidum d'Enserune (hillfort ruins from a Third Century BC Iberian Greek settlement), and the ruins of romanesque Abbey de Fontcause, a romantic location for concerts.
Other Popular Destinations in France
Paris
France's capital and most populated city, Paris is an alluring destination and an essential stop for any global traveler. A center of fashion, gastronomy, and the arts. Major tourist attractions in the City of Lights include the Eiffel Tower (such great heights!), the Louvre (home of the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo), the Arc de Triomphe, and Grand Palais.
Marseille
Marseilles is an enticing port city known for its delectable seafood, breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, and diverse melting pot of cultures.